Photo of Moon Bay with bright sand surface

Photo of Moon Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Moon Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Moon Bay located in natural area

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8.1

Very good

Moon Bay

Tathra, Australia

#198 out of 491 in New South Wales

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Chinnock • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Park Ray Whyman Reserve

60m

Park Lions Park

520m

Park Tanja

4.5km

National Park Mimosa Rocks National Park

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Moon Bay

50m

Landmark Tathra Wharf Lookout

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Tathra Headland

3km

Tourist Attraction Kangarutha walking track

4.1km

Landmark Chamberlain Lookout

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Turingal Head picnic area

9.5km

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About

Moon Bay is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 15th place out of 40 beaches in the Bega Valley Shire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Moon Bay coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Tathra Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Moon Bay (Bega Valley Shire) is located outside the Chinnock settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Moon Bay with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

2.4 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Chinnock • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Park Ray Whyman Reserve

60m

Park Lions Park

520m

Park Tanja

4.5km

National Park Mimosa Rocks National Park

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Moon Bay

50m

Landmark Tathra Wharf Lookout

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Tathra Headland

3km

Tourist Attraction Kangarutha walking track

4.1km

Landmark Chamberlain Lookout

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Turingal Head picnic area

9.5km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Chinnock • 3.2km

Transport

Airport

MIM • 25.1km

Bus Station

Tathra Rd before Blackfellows Lake Rd • 6.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Moon Bay?

The coastline of Moon Bay is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Moon Bay?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Moon Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Moon Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Moon Bay is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Moon Bay for swimming is very positive.

Is the Moon Bay good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Moon Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Moon Bay is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Moon Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Moon Bay.

How far is the Moon Bay from parking?

The Moon Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Moon Bay?

There are 2 attractions near Moon Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tathra Headland located in 3.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Moon Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Moon Bay is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 14°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Moon Bay (Bega Valley Shire Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Moon Bay (Bega Valley Shire Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.